{"id":3847,"date":"2023-02-08T00:56:28","date_gmt":"2023-02-08T00:56:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/?p=3847"},"modified":"2023-02-08T00:56:31","modified_gmt":"2023-02-08T00:56:31","slug":"ford-f150-display-screen-not-working-causes-and-fixes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/electronics\/ford-f150-display-screen-not-working-causes-and-fixes\/","title":{"rendered":"Ford F150 Display Screen Not Working (Causes and Fixes)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Newer Ford F150 trucks have a display screen that syncs with a connected mobile device. That allows the driver to issue voice commands to play music, read text messages, or start navigation to an address. However, sometimes this display screen doesn\u2019t work. Here are some causes and fixes for that issue.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Ford-F150-Display-Screen-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Ford F150 Display Screen Not Working\" class=\"wp-image-3848\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Ford-F150-Display-Screen-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Ford-F150-Display-Screen-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Ford-F150-Display-Screen-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Ford-F150-Display-Screen-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Ford-F150-Display-Screen.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_71 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Contents<\/p>\n<\/div><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/electronics\/ford-f150-display-screen-not-working-causes-and-fixes\/#Ford_F150_Display_Overview\" title=\"Ford F150 Display Overview\">Ford F150 Display Overview<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/electronics\/ford-f150-display-screen-not-working-causes-and-fixes\/#Ford_F150_Display_Screen_Problems\" title=\"Ford F150 Display Screen Problems\">Ford F150 Display Screen Problems<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/electronics\/ford-f150-display-screen-not-working-causes-and-fixes\/#Why_Is_Your_Ford_F150_Display_Screen_Not_Working\" title=\"Why Is Your Ford F150 Display Screen Not Working?\">Why Is Your Ford F150 Display Screen Not Working?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/electronics\/ford-f150-display-screen-not-working-causes-and-fixes\/#How_Do_You_Fix_the_Issue\" title=\"How Do You Fix the Issue?\">How Do You Fix the Issue?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/electronics\/ford-f150-display-screen-not-working-causes-and-fixes\/#How_To_Reset_a_Frozen_Ford_F150_Screen\" title=\"How To Reset a Frozen Ford F150 Screen\">How To Reset a Frozen Ford F150 Screen<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/electronics\/ford-f150-display-screen-not-working-causes-and-fixes\/#Can_You_Fix_the_Display_Screen_Yourself\" title=\"Can You Fix the Display Screen Yourself?\">Can You Fix the Display Screen Yourself?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/electronics\/ford-f150-display-screen-not-working-causes-and-fixes\/#How_Much_Does_It_Cost_To_Fix_the_Screen\" title=\"How Much Does It Cost To Fix the Screen?\">How Much Does It Cost To Fix the Screen?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/electronics\/ford-f150-display-screen-not-working-causes-and-fixes\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ford_F150_Display_Overview\"><\/span><a><\/a>Ford F150 Display Overview<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ford F150 trucks have a twelve-inch display screen mounted between the steering wheel and passenger airbag. This touchscreen device has two major groups of functions: the entertainment section and the Information of Demand area. The <a href=\"https:\/\/players.brightcove.net\/2379864788001\/DgAzBz7W_default\/index.html?videoId=6160386791001\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SYNC operating system<\/a> manages the display screen. Whether your truck has a SYNC 3 or 4 OS depends on the model.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The first group is on the left of the display and occupies the most area on the screen. Users can control the music, radio, phone, vehicle settings, and navigation system. They can also use App Link to connect with a mobile device\u2019s applications, such as Pandora or AccuWeather. The left side also has the digital owner\u2019s manual and extra features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The right side of the display is the Information on Demand section. Like the car\u2019s dashboard, this part is always available, showing stats like the vehicle\u2019s mileage and the current time. Information on Demand is also where your route displays when using GPS navigation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For safety reasons, the display screen has some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fordservicecontent.com\/Ford_Content\/Catalog\/owner_information\/2021-Ford-F-150-Owners-Manual-version-1_om_EN-US_09_2020.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">automatic disabling features<\/a>. These activate when the truck is moving faster than three miles per hour. The Ford F150 display also responds to voice commands for hands-free operation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ford_F150_Display_Screen_Problems\"><\/span><a><\/a>Ford F150 Display Screen Problems<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When it works, the Ford F150 display screen is a convenient tool, but when it doesn\u2019t, it can be frustrating for the user. Many drivers submitted their own reports about faulty SYNCs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most common issue is that the screen freezes or glitches. It is unresponsive to touch, voice commands, or other inputs but maintains a still image. Either the display is stuck on the last application you used or shows a flashing mess of lights and shapes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Similarly, some users experienced the display not turning on at all. The screen remains black and does not respond to touch or voice commands, despite the remainder of the truck working perfectly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes the display screen will shut off on its own and reboot itself. While that only happens one time for many users, some report it repeatedly shutting off and on while driving.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Ford-F150-Display-Screen-Not-Working-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"Ford F150 Display Screen Not Working\" class=\"wp-image-3849\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Ford-F150-Display-Screen-Not-Working-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Ford-F150-Display-Screen-Not-Working-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Ford-F150-Display-Screen-Not-Working-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Ford-F150-Display-Screen-Not-Working-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Ford-F150-Display-Screen-Not-Working.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Is_Your_Ford_F150_Display_Screen_Not_Working\"><\/span><a><\/a>Why Is Your Ford F150 Display Screen Not Working?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Five causes make the display screen malfunction. If you experience this issue, it is likely because of a system reset, a dying battery, loose wires, a SYNC update, or a blown fuse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a><\/a>System Reset<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Like all electronic devices, sometimes a reset is what the tech needs to work again. This is the first solution you should try. On the other hand, if a system reset doesn\u2019t alleviate the issue, it signifies that there is a bigger problem with the display screen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a><\/a>Battery Issues<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When a vehicle\u2019s battery is faulty or dying, it shuts off auxiliary functions to keep the engine running. As a result, a Ford F150 in that situation may shut off its display screen, air conditioners, radio, and other functions. Check for a battery-shaped warning on your truck dashboard. If your Ford F150 is slow to turn on during ignition, it may indicate battery failure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a><\/a>Loose Wires<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Loose wires will cause the display screen to shut off and on randomly. Rough terrain and sudden brakes may cause some of the entertainment system\u2019s wires to loosen over time. Fortunately, this is an easy fix. If you aren\u2019t confident handling wires, however, you may want to ask an electrician for help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a><\/a>SYNC Update<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Some users reported that their display screen issues cleared once they updated the device to its latest version. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ford.com\/support\/how-tos\/sync\/troubleshooting\/why-is-sync-3-showing-a-blank-screen\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SYNC systems<\/a> require updates over time, which users can verify online. You may need a key cycle or a soft reset to make the display work again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a><\/a>Blown Fuse<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, blown fuses can cause the display screen to malfunction. The inner workings of a large truck contain many fuses, but the ones near the glove compartment are the primary culprits for this area. Fixing this issue may require the help of a mechanic. For Ford F150s, fuse #33 is one of the most problematic implements that can cause this problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Do_You_Fix_the_Issue\"><\/span><a><\/a>How Do You Fix the Issue?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A standard set of procedures should fix the issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Start by soft resetting the display. Select \u201cRadio,\u201d then press the power and Right Seek buttons together for five seconds. If it works, the screen will show that it is resetting. You can also try a hard reset by disconnecting the positive battery cable for thirty minutes and reconnecting it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If resetting doesn\u2019t work, try a key cycle. Do this by powering the truck off completely. Open the driver\u2019s door, lock it, and then close it. Look inside at the display screen for two minutes, making sure it powers off completely. Then, start your truck up again. If that solves the issue, the display should work properly again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, try accessing the truck\u2019s cabin fuse box on the right side of the passenger footwell. From there, you can access fuses #26 and #33, each known to cause display screen and radio issues. Replacing them may solve the problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Reset_a_Frozen_Ford_F150_Screen\"><\/span><a><\/a>How To Reset a Frozen Ford F150 Screen<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are soft and hard reset options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A soft reset requires you to select \u201cRadio\u201d on the display. Then, push the central power knob and the Right Seek button, holding for five seconds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A hard reset involves accessing the mechanism\u2019s battery. Power off the vehicle and disconnect the display\u2019s positive power cable for half an hour. Then, reconnect it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_You_Fix_the_Display_Screen_Yourself\"><\/span><a><\/a>Can You Fix the Display Screen Yourself?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If the issue is fixable with resets, you can fix the display screen yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If not, you must source the proper fuses or parts to fix it alone. Otherwise, you may need to enlist a mechanic for help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Much_Does_It_Cost_To_Fix_the_Screen\"><\/span><a><\/a>How Much Does It Cost To Fix the Screen?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Fuses for a Ford F150 cost around <a href=\"https:\/\/shop.advanceautoparts.com\/find\/ford-f-150-fuse#:~:text=The%20best%20part%20is%2C%20our,from%20as%20little%20as%20%2431.99.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">$30 each<\/a>. Typically, you only need to replace one blown fuse to resolve the issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Otherwise, if the issue requires a mechanic or a new battery, the labor costs will be around $80. The parts are far more expensive, however, costing a few hundred dollars for a battery replacement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><a><\/a>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Most Ford F150 display screen problems are easy to remedy by resetting or updating the system. If your SYNC system isn\u2019t working after a reset, however, it indicates a more serious electrical issue\u2014either blown fuses or a faulty battery. Consult a mechanic to pinpoint the problem so that you can enjoy the full features of your SYNC system once more.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Newer Ford F150 trucks have a display screen that syncs with a connected mobile device. 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